two men hugging and forgiving each other.

Learn to Forgive

Shannon K. Evans November 6, 2024

When we are wronged, offering forgiveness is not often our natural response. Yet God asks us to forgive–not for empty piety, but to help our souls heal.

man looking into the distance contemplating as the sun is shining brightly.

The Eternal Now

Mark Forrester November 5, 2024

We must remember that God’s peace and strength for our journey are always in, and only in, the Eternal Now of your present life.

The Depths of the Carceri

Stephen Copeland November 4, 2024

Eremo delle Carceri is a hermitage upon Mount Subasio where Francis and his brothers spent extended periods in prayerful solitude.

man walking in a public area surrounded by people

Prayers for the Unknown

Christopher Heffron November 4, 2024

On a road trip recently, our car was one of many on the interstate. Countless people breezed past us on their hurried way, and I realized that, though I will never know them, we are connected.

young woman praying surrounded by candles

Celebrating and Remembering the Dead

Patricia Breen McNeil November 4, 2024

The celebration of All Souls’ Day reunites two realities–the living and the dead.

Remain in God

Daniel P. Horan, Phd November 4, 2024

Jesus’ frequent refrain—“Do not be afraid”—should be our mantra of discipleship.

girl courageously leaping/stepping over a gap in the wall

Live the Gospel Life

Daniel P. Horan, Phd November 3, 2024

What would it look like to live in the now? The question itself might sound a little tired or clichéd, but the truth is that to live in the now is to live the freedom of the children of God.